Match statistics snapshot
- Cardiff created the clearer chances on xG (2.75 vs 3.05, Δ 0.30).
- Cardiff fired more attempts (28 vs 19 shots).
- Blackpool was more accurate in front of goal (47% on target vs 39%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Blackpool | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 2.75 | Expected goals (xG) | 3.05Lead |
| 2 | Offsides | 2 |
| 12 | Shots inside the box | 19Lead |
| Shots off target |
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| 8Lead |
| 9 | Shots on target | 11Lead |
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| 7 | Shots outside the box | 9Lead |
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| 19 | Total shots | 28Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Blackpool | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 34% | Ball possession | 66%Lead |
| 73% | Pass accuracy | 83%Lead |
| 171 | Accurate passes | 382Lead |
| 235 | Total passes | 462Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Blackpool | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Corner kicks | 7Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Blackpool | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Blocked shots | 9Lead |
| 10Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 5 |
| Goals prevented |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Blackpool | Statistic | Cardiff |
|---|---|---|
| 10Lead | Fouls | 11 |
| Red cards | ||
| 2 | Yellow cards | 2 |